Chronic pain may lead to depression, tiredness and irritability. Together, all of these factors can place a heavy burden on relationships.
For a considerable number of people, the recurring pain means that their everyday lives are repeatedly “disrupted” because they are unable to carry out their usual activities, go to work or pursue their hobbies. People who cannot go to work due to their pains often face feelings of guilt and shame.
Having a supportive partner, family and friends is invaluable for many. Some find it important to talk to other affected people in self-help groups, whereas others prefer to talk about their problems with people who are close to them.
Taken from a medical web sight on pain, I refocused some of the things there were saying to fit how I feel about it and what some of the struggles are I face. I felt it was so important to read this and encouraging to me because I'm not the only one! This is and may be the new 'normal' and i have to go with the flow of it.